08/23/2026
These homemade Nutter Butter cookies are a softer, fresher take on the childhood classic. Instead of the crisp store-bought version, these bake up tender and chewy, with that same irresistible peanut butter filling sandwiched between. They’ve got all the nostalgic flavor you love, just with a homemade twist that makes them even better.
What you’ll need: Makes ~20 sandwich cookies (40 individual cookies)
For the Peanut Butter Cookies:
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter (not natural)
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
1 large egg
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
For the Peanut Butter Filling:
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
2 Tbsp unsalted butter, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
1–2 Tbsp milk or cream, as needed
How to make it:
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, peanut butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 2–3 minutes).
Add the egg and vanilla, mix until smooth.
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet, mixing just until combined. Cover and chill for 30 minutes if the dough is too soft.
Preheat oven to 350°F and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Roll dough into 1-inch balls, then lightly pinch the sides to form an oval “peanut” shape. Use a fork to make the signature criss-cross pattern on both sides.
Place cookies 2 inches apart and bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are just golden. Let cool on the baking sheet for 2 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. For a softer cookie, slightly underbake and cool completely on the tray.
In a medium bowl, beat together peanut butter and butter until smooth. Gradually mix in powdered sugar. Add milk 1 tablespoon at a time until a fluffy, spreadable consistency forms.
Once cookies are completely cooled, spread or pipe a heaping teaspoon of filling onto the flat side of one cookie. Top with another cookie and press gently.
More recipes like this are at Hollandhouseeatery.com
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